Newington, Virginia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Newington, Virginia is 13,824 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 97th-largest city in Virginia. The median household income is $146,681, the median home value is $560,900, and the median age is 38.2.
13,824
Population
3019
People / sq mi
$146,681
Median Income
$560,900
Median Home Value
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Newington covers 4.6 sq mi of land at 3019 people per square mile.
About Newington, VA
The poverty rate is what most separates Newington from the typical city: 1.6% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. Newington is a city in Virginia with a population of 13,824.
Earnings sit at the high end: a median household income of $146,681, above the US median of $78,538. Hardship is rare relative to US cities: a poverty rate of just 1.6%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $560,900, with typical rent around $2,662.
About 59.7% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. Remote work is widespread — 26.0% of workers stay home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 46.8% |
| Black or African American | 16.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$146,681
Median Household Income
$61,450
Per Capita Income
1.6%
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$560,900
Median Home Value
$2,662
Median Rent
88.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.0%
High School+
59.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
4.1%
Drive Alone
60.4%
Public Transit
26.0%
Work From Home
29.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
40.3%
Foreign Born
62.1%
Non-English at Home
11.5%
Veterans
7.9%
With Disability
94.4%
Health Insurance
99.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 23.1% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.2% |
| Public Administration | 14.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.4% |
| Construction | 6.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.8% |
| Information | 4.4% |
| Manufacturing | 3.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.7% |
| Retail Trade | 1.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Newington, Virginia has a population of 13,824 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 97th-largest city in Virginia.
The median household income in Newington, Virginia is $146,681, with 1.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Newington, Virginia is $560,900, with median monthly rent at $2,662 and a homeownership rate of 88.0%.
The median age in Newington, Virginia is 38.2 years. The population is 49.1% male and 50.9% female.
Newington Cdp, VA Climate
Newington Cdp, VA has an average annual temperature of 13.5°C (56°F) and receives about 1015 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
13.5°C
Avg Temp
1015
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 1° / 34° | 76 mm |
| February | 3° / 37° | 68 mm |
| March | 8° / 46° | 86 mm |
| April | 13° / 55° | 78 mm |
| May | 18° / 65° | 96 mm |
| June | 23° / 73° | 87 mm |
| July | 25° / 78° | 93 mm |
| August | 24° / 76° | 97 mm |
| September | 21° / 69° | 90 mm |
| October | 14° / 57° | 81 mm |
| November | 9° / 48° | 83 mm |
| December | 4° / 39° | 80 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Newington Cdp, VA
The most comfortable months to visit Newington Cdp, VA are typically September, June and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near -4°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.